India, a land of rich history and vibrant culture, faces a paradox when it comes to women in the workforce. While the nation boasts a growing female entrepreneurial ecosystem, deeply ingrained gender biases often act as roadblocks on their journeys to success. Primarily due to societal perceptions that confine them to domestic roles. However, the […]
Mahila Bai transforming her tribe in Panna
Mahila Bai Pardhi, the first woman from her community to give up the traditional occupation of hunting, is encouraging Pardhi children to do the same. The community was classified as hereditary criminals by the now-repealed Criminal Tribes Act, of 1871. Today, the Pardhis still contend with stigma. A harsh sun beats down on a dusty road—desolate even […]